Why is the ability of our body to burn fat so important for us? Because it helps us stay healthy by maintaining good metabolic health and insulin sensitivity and reducing risk of developing diabetes II.
According to a recent study, 30-40 minutes of physical activity each day is roughly what it takes to balance 10+ hours of sitting still. Physical activity includes not only exercises, but also cycling, walking, gardening, etc. Researchers analysed 9 studies, which involved a total of 44.370 people from 4 different countries.